Landmark Judgment on Admissibility of Dying Declarations in Criminal Cases: Supreme Court
In a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court of India has issued a significant verdict on the admissibility and reliability of dying declarations in criminal cases. This judgment, delivered by Justices Abhay S. Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan on May 15, 2024, addresses crucial aspects of Section 32(1) of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. Case Background: The case under scrutiny, titled Rajendra s/o Ramdas Kolhe v. State of Maharashtra (Criminal Appeal No.…
